Intermediate Sanction
/ˌɪntərˈmidiət ˈsæŋkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A disciplinary penalty imposed as a sanction less severe than removal or termination, often used in professional and administrative law to correct misconduct while allowing continuation of status.
The regulatory board issued an intermediate sanction to the attorney for minor ethical violations.
- (n.) An alternative remedy in regulatory enforcement that restricts certain privileges without full revocation, aiming to balance corrective action and fairness.
The hospital faced an intermediate sanction restricting its participation in Medicare rather than full exclusion.
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Commentary
Intermediate sanctions are strategically used in legal and regulatory contexts to impose penalties calibrated between mild warnings and severe punishments, often tailored to promote compliance without undue harm.
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